Node.js Articles

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• Supabase vs Firebase in 2026: I Used Both in Production. Here's the Truth. 4/13/2026 Firebase dominated backend-as-a-service for years. Supabase arrived, added Postgres, and suddenly every indie hacker has an opinion. I have shipped products on both in 2026 and the choice is less obvious than the hype on either side makes it sound.
• Drizzle ORM vs Prisma in 2026: I Tried Both. Here's What Actually Matters. 4/10/2026 Drizzle ORM has exploded in popularity while Prisma just shipped its biggest rewrite in years. I used both on real projects in 2026. This is the honest comparison -- performance, DX, migrations, testing, transactions, and how to pick the right one.
• I Tried Hono.js After Years of Express. Here's My Honest Take. 4/10/2026 Hono.js is being called the Express replacement of 2026. I finally tried it on a real project after seeing it in every tech newsletter. Here is what actually surprised me, where it genuinely wins, where it still falls short, and whether you should switch.
• How to Build a Discord Bot with Bun and TypeScript in 2026 3/27/2026 Most Discord bot tutorials still use Node.js and JavaScript. This guide takes a modern approach with Bun and TypeScript, covering everything from project setup to slash commands to deployment. Bun starts in under 15ms, runs TypeScript natively, and installs packages faster than you can read this sentence.
• Vite 8, Rolldown, and Oxc: Rust Is Taking Over the JavaScript Toolchain 3/12/2026 Vite 8 beta runs on Rolldown, a Rust-powered bundler that replaces both esbuild and Rollup under the hood. The benchmark numbers are almost offensive. Here is what changed, why it matters, and whether you should upgrade today.
• Bun Compatibility in 2026: What Actually Works, What Does Not, and When to Switch 3/11/2026 "Is Bun production ready?" is the wrong question. The right question is ready for what. This is the compatibility map -- by Node.js API, npm package type, and Next.js use case -- so you can make a real decision for your specific stack.
• Prisma vs Neon in 2026: Which One Do You Actually Need (Or Both)? 3/11/2026 You see Prisma and Neon mentioned together constantly, but nobody explains whether they compete or complement each other. This is the clear answer -- what each one actually does, when to use one without the other, and when the combination is the right call.
• Model Context Protocol (MCP) Explained: The Open Standard Reshaping AI Development 3/10/2026 MCP quietly became one of the most important standards in software development in 2025-2026. OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, and Salesforce all adopted it. Tens of thousands of MCP servers now exist. Here is what it actually is, how it works, and why you should start paying attention.
• TypeScript Without a Build Step: Native Type Stripping in Node.js 3/7/2026 Node.js can now run TypeScript files natively. No ts-node, no tsc, no esbuild. Just node index.ts and you are done. Here is what type stripping actually means, why it matters, and when you still need a proper build step.
• Bun vs Node.js: Is It Time to Switch in 2026? 2/23/2026 Bun has been making noise since it launched, promising faster startup times, built-in TypeScript support, and a batteries-included runtime. But is it actually ready to replace Node.js for real projects in 2026? I ran the benchmarks, migrated a side project, and here is what I found...
• SnapPoint: A Hard Reset for Your Dev Machine 2/3/2026 Most developer machines are not clean. They just look clean. SnapPoint is a system auditor and package manager manager built to surface the mess and help you reclaim clarity.
• How to Build a Referral Program with Node.js 3/4/2025 A referral program is a great way to acquire new users and retain existing ones by encouraging them to share your service. In this article, we will walk through building a simple referral system using Node.js, Express, and MongoDB. Prerequisites Befo...
• How to Create a Discord Bot 2/24/2025 Discord bots are a great way to automate tasks, moderate servers, and enhance user engagement. Whether you want a bot for moderation, games, music, or other utilities, creating a bot is simpler than it may seem. This guide will walk you through the s...
• Getting Started with Prisma and Neon DB: A Modern Approach to Database Management 1/5/2025 In the world of modern application development, managing your database effectively is as critical as writing clean code. Developers today are looking for solutions that are powerful, flexible, and easy to integrate into their workflows. Prisma and Ne...
• What is Pug (HTML Preprocessor) ? 4/8/2023 Pug, formerly known as Jade, is a popular HTML preprocessor that simplifies HTML coding by allowing developers to write cleaner and more efficient code. In this article, we will explore what Pug is, its benefits, and how to use it in web development....
• ChatApp V2: The Next Generation of Chatting 1/22/2023 ChatApp V2 is the upgraded version of KSChat, a chat application that offers a variety of features for users to enjoy. With ChatApp V2, users can easily create an account, log in and out, view their own and other users’ profiles, customize their prof...